Solar & BESS Technician II

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries.   AES has been  ranked #1 by BloombergNEF  in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for  millions of people worldwide.    We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work™ rankings across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices.   Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute’s Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry.  If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a more sustainable future ,  we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in global energy.  At AES Clean Energy, we’re accelerating the future of energy, together, while transforming customer experience and delivering unique customer products and solutions.  Field Operations Solar & BESS Technician 2 will support our expanding teams locally and help grow our portfolio of photovoltaic (PV) solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS) facilities while connecting the region to the broader Field Operations network.  AES Clean Energy is looking for a seasoned Solar Technician with advanced troubleshooting experience.  The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, can take direct instruction from Senior Technicians, and demonstrate the ability to lead, train, and teach other technicians.    Energetic - Safety First - Self-starter - Innovative Thinker - Driven by Excellence - Team Player - Responsible & Accountable  If these characteristics describe you, join our team’s exciting journey!  A day in the life of Field Operations Solar & BESS Technician II will include, but is not limited to:   Listen, collaborate, and apply advanced troubleshooting ability, take direct instruction from the Senior Technicians, and support the team at solar+battery facilities at Kuihelani Solar and BESS site (Maui) and other sites currently under construction in performing preventive & corrective maintenance and supporting ongoing construction activities. Build and be part of a motivated TEAM of technicians with the Lead Technician to troubleshoot and repair all equipment at the facility safely and proactively.  The equipment to learn and maintain includes PV solar modules, PV arrays, inverters, and battery energy storage system (BESS battery containers). Candidates must communicate well, use computers in the field, and bring a TEAM together and earn trust.   Communicate effectively to solve complex issues with the site team, and the AES Clean Energy engineers across North America. Effectively prioritize a long list of concerns and challenges and collaborate to develop a plan of action for correction. Work daily to ensure that all equipment is operating to maximum efficiency to keep our customers’ grid stable for power to the local communities.    Assist, lead, coordinate, and support third party technicians in their site location in performing preventive & corrective maintenance and supporting ongoing construction activities. Willing to travel between islands and U.S Mainland to support operations as needed.  Assist and coordinate the safe, efficient, and reliable delivery of field services to facility owners and assist the Team Leader and Lead Technician in planning to meet site and regional maintenance obligations.   Work closely with the Team Lead and technicians to remediate site issues and enhance the operating portfolio’s performance. Goal: maximum equipment availability.    Safe and efficient operations is the name of the game at AES Clean Energy.  Integrity, training, and qualification in our TEAM leads to best performance through ownership, level of knowledge, procedural compliance, a questioning attitude, and formal use of procedure are the pillars of performance WE strive for in our daily success. Must be able to obtain a TWIC card.    The successful candidate will have a depth of experience in operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of AC and DC electrical systems of varying types and voltages – especially experience working with PV solar systems and substations (MV/HV).   This position will be based onsite at Waikoloa Solar+BESS Power Plant (Maui).  Some remote work will be required in support of the Hawaii region, and other sites that are under construction.    Key Responsibilities  Listen, collaborate, and apply your knowledge, skills, and abilities as Technician 2 including advanced troubleshooting in accordance with applicable safety and environmental obligations - Responsible for the preventative and Corrective O&M activities assigned to the team.    Stop unsafe work, report and correct unsafe conditions or hazards – review and submit applicable accident / incident report. Work with and support the Team Lead and AES local safety manager.  Identify opportunities for continuous improvement of O&M activities to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable delivery of field services.  Ensure standard maintenance for vehicles and equipment and assist in addressing repair needs, coordinate use of shared equipment.   Assist or support warranty claims processes with EPC providers and equipment vendors.  Assist in third-party contractor and vendor identification and onboarding– develop work scopes and manage and schedule contractors as needed.   Assist Team Leader and maintain an annual on-call schedul